1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 68 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
